Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q
88 Imaging
41 Features
51 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
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Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Launched March 2015
- Previous Model is Olympus SH-1
- Renewed by Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Revealed June 2011
- Refreshed by Pentax Q10
Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax Q, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and Q (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SH-2 was manufactured 3 years later than the Q and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SH-2 grades against the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Pentax Q
SH-2 | Q | |||
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Revealed | March 2015 | June 2011 | Fresher by 46 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Olympus SH-2
Q | SH-2 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Pentax Q
SH-2 | Q | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-2 enjoys external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax Q in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SH-2 compared to the Q.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and Q is 88 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and Q.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Olympus SH-2 to render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern SH-2 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Pentax Q |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-03-11 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.5fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 230 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $399 | $695 |